Lemke Concepts LC5 or LC20 full reel seats, uplocking hardware with an insert
Last few remaining, limited to stock as listed only. See the Classic 'Large' for an alternative if your choice is not available.
LC5 or LC20 uplock in nickel silver and black nickel, 1x LC20 black anodised. Fighting butt trim band and 2 lock rings as standard, option to select an endcap.
LC5 downlock in black only, one lock ring and cork trim ring.
How to order
The price shown for the metal parts includes a standard insert for a discounted nominal £0.01 for combined purchase, supplied unfitted, bore 10mm. Select ONE £0.01 priced insert for each set of metal parts from the options available (flor cork, matt carbon weave, natural brown figured or burl Sandalwood, dyed Sandalwood burl - red, blue, black or green). Standard inserts on their own, or additional standard inserts, are £8 (+VAT in UK), listed separately. Omit the insert if you wish to purchase the metal skeleton only.
The price excluding UK VAT sales tax will apply for goods sent outside the UK.
Insert upgrade option
These seats will also fit our individually priced premium stabilised burl and exotic wood or acrylic inserts for Lemke LC5, LC20 and Classic L seats, see the linked listing for purchase options. Premium woods are bored 12mm.
The LC5 and LC20 models
The LC5 and LC20 are midweight reel seats in the Lemke range with different styles of flanged reel foot retainers and twin knurled locking nuts. They suitable for medium-heavy duty use. The seats are machined aluminium alloy and anodised or nickel plated. Anodised finishes are safe for salt water use. Nickel silver and smoked nickel silver have a mirror-like depth of shine, and are recommended for fresh water use only.
The seats are uplocking, but for light spey use can be reverse mounted for down locking by recessing the reel seat hood into a rear grip.
Full seat measurements are provided below.
LC5 and LC20 reel seat measurements
Length including recessed hood: 98-103mm (insert length varies slightly)
Visible length 90-95mm
Weight: 22g with insert, +/-2g depending on insert type
Recessed hood: Depth 8mm, outer diameter 21.6mm (inlet cork 22mm)
Insert outer diameter 0.705" 17.9mm
Made in the USA